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Old 12-06-2009, 09:29 PM
 
Location: Raleigh, NC
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Yes, I searched the forum and again there are no real recent threads. Please give me some options. My parents and brother are coming in for Christmas. We went to Ruth's Chris last year on Chrstmas Eve and I have been slacking in finding some place new for this year. Price is not a factor. Would love to find something like China Grill or Tao in Manhattan. I would also love a family style Italian rest. but I have not been able to find anything like that.
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Old 12-06-2009, 09:54 PM
 
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Yes, I searched the forum and again there are no real recent threads. Please give me some options. My parents and brother are coming in for Christmas. We went to Ruth's Chris last year on Chrstmas Eve and I have been slacking in finding some place new for this year. Price is not a factor. Would love to find something like China Grill or Tao in Manhattan. I would also love a family style Italian rest. but I have not been able to find anything like that.
Based on other similar threads I suggest you check out:

Fearrington House ~ Pittsboro

Four Square ~ Durham

Heron's (http://www.heronsrestaurant.com/about_herons/ - broken link) ~ Cary

Second Empire ~ Downtown Raleigh

IL Palio (http://www.sienahotel.com/ilpalio.cfm - broken link) ~ Chapel Hill

Carolina Crossroads ~ Chapel Hill
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Old 12-06-2009, 10:07 PM
 
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Thanks. I guess I am looking for something a little more Manhattan, something trendy or chic if you will. Either that or a really good Italian place.
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Old 12-06-2009, 10:11 PM
 
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Thanks. I guess I am looking for something a little more Manhattan, something trendy or chic if you will. Either that or a really good Italian place.
I haven't been there, but Maybe The Mint in downtown Raleigh?
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Old 12-06-2009, 10:12 PM
 
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I was just looking at that online. I think I may try to go there for a test run.
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Old 12-06-2009, 10:16 PM
 
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What about Jibarra or Fin's?

Also, I've never eaten there so can't comment on the food, but I believe you can find family style Italian at Maggiano's in Streets at Southpoint in Durham.
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Old 12-06-2009, 10:19 PM
 
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Some not-so-good reviews at citysearch of The Mint

Mint - Raleigh, NC, 27601 - Citysearch
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Old 12-06-2009, 10:23 PM
 
Location: Raleigh, NC
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What about Jibarra or Fin's?

Also, I've never eaten there so can't comment on the food, but I believe you can find family style Italian at Maggiano's in Streets at Southpoint in Durham.

Forgot about Maggiano's. That may be an option. I'll check out the other two now. Thanks.
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Old 12-06-2009, 10:24 PM
 
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Fins in downtown Raleigh has a chic look and is considered to be one of the better restaurants in the area. I wouldn't recommend the Mint. While the look may be closer to what you're seeking, the fare falls short. Revolution in Durham might also work for chic.

If you're willing to sacrifice in the chichi department, North Raleigh guy lists some very good places.
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Old 12-06-2009, 10:34 PM
 
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Fins in downtown Raleigh has a chic look and is considered to be one of the better restaurants in the area. I wouldn't recommend the Mint. While the look may be closer to what you're seeking, the fare falls short. Revolution in Durham might also work for chic.

If you're willing to sacrifice in the chichi department, North Raleigh guy lists some very good places.
Thanks for the tip. I've never been there, but it looked "trendy" from the website. I drove by Revolution on Main Street in Durham a few weeks ago. Definitly looked chic. It was also nice and busy on a Wednesday evening at 9pm so I guess they have a nice following!
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